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Occupation Code: 6113 Gardener, Horticultural and Nursery Grower
Alternative titles: Groundskeeper, Horticultural Worker, Nursery Worker
• Assist clients who visit the garden centre or
Job description and duties
Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers are responsible for growing different kinds of produce and for the maintenance of gardens and other green spaces. A Gardener, Horticultural and Nursery Grower is typically expected to:
• Carry out general gardening duties such as preparing soil for planting, sowing, weeding, pruning and transplanting
• Monitor the growth and health of trees, hedges, flowers and other plants
• Position and regulate irrigation equipment
• Monitor and manage the presence of pests
• Apply fertiliser and plant protection products
• Manage stock levels and place orders
• Assist in the packing and loading of produce
for delivery
• Carry out landscaping tasks such as creating
footpaths, mowing lawns and trimming
hedges
• Perform cleaning and basic maintenance of
machines and equipment
• Provide advice to clients on-site
nursery (where applicable)
Depending on the size of the business, Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers may also be required to train and supervise workers.
Work environment
Gardeners, Horticultural and Nursery Growers usually work full-time and may work during weekends. Self-employment may be an option.
Working as a Gardener, Horticultural and Nursery Grower is physically demanding and involves spending time outdoors in varying weather conditions and inside greenhouses, nurseries and garden centres.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Although skills and knowledge are mostly gained on-the-job, a qualification in Horticulture and related areas may be useful to gain the required skills. Training programmes include:
Number of employees (2017)
299
Share of foreigners (2017)
5%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+21%
Median Pay (per annum)
€14,900
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